Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has officially launched the first new homes at Barracksfield West in Naas, Co. Kildare.

Delivered by the Land Development Agency (LDA) and Kildare County Council (KCC) on the former Devoy Barracks site, and built by Andrews Construction, the scheme will provide 219 A-rated affordable homes comprising terraced houses, duplexes and apartments.

In total, the project includes 42 three-bed houses and 177 apartments and duplexes. All homes will be offered through Affordable Purchase, Cost Rental or Social housing schemes.

The initial release features 66 homes: 42 three-bed houses, 12 two-bed duplexes and 12 one-bed apartments. All houses come with gardens, while apartments include balconies or terraces.

Located on John Devoy Road to the south-west of Naas town centre, the development has strong transport links to Dublin and nearby towns, with convenient access to the M7 and M9.

On completion, residents will benefit from communal open spaces, bicycle parking and a crèche.

The 66 homes launched today will be available to eligible purchasers via the Local Authority Affordable Purchase Scheme, jointly managed by KCC and the LDA. Applications will be accepted via an online portal which will go live on Wednesday 26 November 2025 at 10am.

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With Government supports and equity contributions applied, Affordable Purchase prices start from €243,477 for one-bed apartments; €292,933 for two-bed duplexes; and €365,216 for three-bed houses. The scheme operates a shared equity model that reduces the upfront cost, with KCC holding an equity stake until it is repaid or the property is sold.

The remaining 153 homes are scheduled to be made available in 2026.

Carmel Kelly, Cathaoirleach of Kildare County Council said: "It's a very exciting day for Kildare, especially for the people of Naas and the surrounding area. Barracksfield West is a wonderful development that will breathe new life into Naas town through its quality housing, amenities and excellent location.

"I would like to thank the Minister, the LDA and my fellow Councillors and the executive team in Kildare County Council for making this project a reality. I look forward to these new houses becoming homes and to welcoming its new residents into the community."

Minister Browne TD said: I am delighted to be in Naas to mark the launch of the first homes in this fantastic new housing development. These high quality, A-rated and affordable homes are evidence of what can be achieved by State-delivered housing for people across Ireland. The delivery of homes across all tenure types will be through the individual and collective effort of key delivery partners like local authorities here in Kildare County Council and the LDA. I want to back ambition as part of the ‘Delivering Homes, Building Communities’ housing action plan.

"Developments such as these are precisely what will be accelerated by the newly launched action plan. These homes represent the provision of stable, long-term accommodation options, offering security to those looking to either buy a home or secure a reliable rental property.

"I would like to thank the LDA and KCC as well as everyone involved in making this new development a reality."